Alaska Impairment Rating Guide
Alaska workers' compensation uses the 6th Edition of the AMA Guides to the Evaluation of Permanent Impairment under Alaska Stat. § 23.30.190 -- No specific Edition listed.
Which Edition?
AMA Guides Edition 6th Edition
Statutory Authority
Alaska Stat. § 23.30.190 -- No specific Edition listed(opens in a new tab)
PPD Calculation
PPD / PPI Award = Whole Person Impairment (WPI %) × $273,000 (statutory amount, periodically adjusted).
Notes
Alaska statute requires the most recent edition of the AMA Guides in effect on the date of injury. Bulletin 26-01 (https://dol.alaska.gov/wc/bulletins/26-01.pdf) established "Sixth 2025" effective 4/1/26.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which edition of the AMA Guides does Alaska use?
Alaska uses the 6th Edition of the AMA Guides to the Evaluation of Permanent Impairment under Alaska Stat. § 23.30.190 -- No specific Edition listed. The applicable edition is generally determined by the worker's date of injury; consult counsel for cases that straddle effective-date transitions.
How is permanent partial disability calculated in Alaska?
PPD / PPI Award = Whole Person Impairment (WPI %) × $273,000 (statutory amount, periodically adjusted).
Where can I find a certified impairment rater in Alaska?
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Does this information constitute legal or medical advice?
No. This page provides general statutory and methodological information for educational purposes only. Statutes change, case law shifts controlling interpretation, and individual cases turn on facts beyond what reference material can capture. Consult qualified legal counsel and a credentialed rating physician for any specific matter.
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